8550 United Plaza Blvd., Suite 1001 Baton Rouge, LA 70809

(225) 928-5862

office@lvma.org

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GET INVOLVED!

The LVMA is always in need of people who are interested in promoting the veterinarian professions through the LVMA. Join one of our Standing Committees: Agriculture Liaison & Animal Food Safety Committee Make recommendations on food safety and public

health policy for the LVMA Act as an advisory body on food safety and public

health for state agriculture and health officials Counter adverse publicity concerning food of

animal origin and human health problems associated with animal contact

Support the veterinary practitioners with information for clients regarding foods of animal origin and animal-associated diseases

Emergency Management and Disaster Preparedness Committee Develop a program for care of animals during

emergencies and natural disasters Equine Committee Plan and execute the equine seminar held annually

during Kentucky Derby weekend in Shreveport The committee is active in support of research and equine industry activities at schools and throughout the state.

Legislative Committee Composed of the LVMA and LBVM Board

Members, local VMA presidents, the Dean of the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine and other with special interest in legislative matters The committee discusses and formulates positions on important legislative matters.

Small Animal Committee Provides speakers of interest to small animal

practitioners for the LVMA Winter Meetings Vendor Liaison Committee Ensures that the vendors are content with the

Winter Meeting It handles complaints, answers questions, and improves the convention for both exhibitors and veterinarians.

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Medical Association Louisiana Veterinary

“We are Louisiana Veterinary Medicine”

www.lvma.org 225.928.5862

WHO IS THE LVMA?

The Louisiana Veterinary Medical Association (LVMA) was founded in 1905 and incorporated in 1953.

LVMA Mission and Goals:

Advance the science and art of veterinary medicine and

its relationship to the public's health and biological sciences and agriculture in the state of Louisiana.

Promote the health of all species and to extend to the

agricultural community and the community-at-large the benefits of sound and progressive leadership in the diagnosis and treatment of animals.

Foster, maintain and enhance public understanding of

the nature of the veterinary profession.

Do all things necessary and desirable to further high

standards of care in the treatment of animals and continuing standards of excellence in the professional training and continuing education of doctors of veterinary medicine.

Promote goodwill among its members and to seek

protection of their rights and privileges.

Advance the maintenance of ethical standards which

reflect the learned nature of the profession and the peculiar responsibilities of the veterinarian to the whole community of Louisiana.

Foundation—The purpose of the Dr. Walter J. Ernst, Jr.,

Veterinary Medical Foundation is to stimulate concern

for the health and welfare of domestic and exotic

animals through public information and to protect the

public health. Donations to the WJE Foundation are

gratefully accepted throughout the year The WJE

Foundation is chartered to accept cash gifts, estate

donations, memorials or other negotiable assets, which

are all tax deductible to the donor.

Collection Services—Members can obtain the services

of a collection system for delinquent accounts.

YOUR MEMBERSHIP STRENGTHENS

VETERINARY MEDICINE

Veterinarians invest a large amount of time and

money to earn the D.V.M. degree and to become a

part of the veterinary profession. Don’t leave the

future of your profession solely in the hands of

others. Support organized veterinary medicine by

joining the LVMA today and let your voice be

heard.

WHAT DOES THE LVMA DO FOR ME?

Benefits of Membership:

Continuing Professional Education—The annual LVMA

Winter Meeting is a must for every veterinarian. State of the art continuing education is presented, enabling Louisiana veterinarians to offer the highest level of veterinary care to their patients. Members receive substantial discounts on registration fees for meetings.

Legislative Support—The LVMA and its lobbying team

monitor all proposed state legislation which could have an impact on the profession. Strong legislative involvement protects the practice of veterinary medicine. With the best interest of all veterinarians in mind, the LVMA is actively involved in crating and shaping legislative issues that could enhance or restrict the practice of the profession. The association’s legislative efforts are enhanced by the LVMA-PAC (Political Action Committee), which is supported by non-dues income of the association and voluntary contributions of Louisiana Veterinarians.

Member Communications— Every member receives The

Louisiana Veterinarian, the association’s bimonthly newsletter. LVMA members count on its publication for accurate and timely information on legislation, continuing education programs, legal matters, committee activities, member services, and news about their peers. The LVMA website (www.lvma.org) also provides up-to-date information on the association, its activities, and issues related to the veterinary medical profession.

Louisiana Veterinary Medical Association Membership Application

Name: ________________________________________________________________________________________ License #: ___________________

Clinic/Company: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Work Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City/State/Zip: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Work Phone: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Fax: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Mobile Phone: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Home Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City/State/Zip: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Home Phone: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

I prefer to get mail at my clinic home

E-mail: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

University/College Attended: _______________________________________________________________________________________________

Degree Awarded: __________________________________________________________ Graduation Month/Year: ____________________

Type of Practice: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEES:

$175 Active Membership: Graduate of a school or college of veterinary medicine and in good professional standing

$125 Associate Membership: Graduate of a school or college of veterinary medicine in good professional standing and a non-resident of Louisiana

$10 Auxiliary Membership: Spouse of LVMA Member Spouse Name: ______________________________________________

$0 Graduate Membership: Graduate of a school or college of veterinary medicine during the current calendar year (complimentary membership for up to 18 months)

Pac Contribution: $ _______________________________________________________

METHOD OF PAYMENT:

Payment type: Check (made payable to LVMA) Card (Complete Below)

Card Number: _______________________________________________________________________________ Expiration Date: _____________

Name on Card: ______________________________________________________________________________

I hereby apply for membership in the Louisiana Veterinary Medical Association (LVMA) and certify that all

information on this application is accurate.

Signature: ___________________________________________________________________________________ Date:__________________________

Please mail with payment to LVMA, 8550 United Plaza Blvd., Suite 1001, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70809

NOTICE

While contributions, gifts and dues payments to the LVMA are not tax

deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes, a portion of

your dues may be deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses under other provisions of the Internal Revenue Service

Code. The LVMA estimates that 62% of your dues are not tax deductible because of

LVMA’s lobbying activities on behalf of its members.

Contributions to the PAC are not tax deductible. LVMA PAC contributions are

strictly voluntary.

Louisiana Veterinary Medical Association

Member Involvement Form

Name: ________________________________________________________________________________________ License #: ___________________

Clinic/Company: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City/State/Zip: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Phone: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Mobile Phone: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Fax: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

E-mail: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

AREAS OF INTEREST:

Committees:

Emergency Management and Disaster Preparedness Committee

Equine Committee

Legislative Committee

Small Animal Committee

Vendor Liaison Committee

Additional Opportunities:

The Louisiana Veterinarians article contributor

Winter Meeting Speaker

Please mail to LVMA, 8550 United Plaza Blvd., Suite 1001, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70809

or email at office@lvma.org